Night History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Night familyThe surname Night was first found in Kirkcudbright, where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects. Early History of the Night familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Night research. Another 60 words (4 lines of text) covering the year 1890 is included under the topic Early Night History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Night Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: MacKnight, MacKnyght, MacNaught, MacNaight, MacKnaught, MacKnaight, MacNight and many more. Early Notables of the Night familyNotable amongst the family at this time was
Migration of the Night family to IrelandSome of the Night family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Night Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Night Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Night Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto. Motto: Nil durum volenti Motto Translation: Nothing is difficult for the willing.
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